Fashion

How to wear overalls like a grown-up

Fashion

How to wear overalls like a grown-up

If you think the words “overalls” and “Dennis the Menace” go together like PB & J, then it probably means you haven’t seen the latest crop of dungarees to hit stores. The new iteration of the classic workman style is often tailored through the hips and legs, or flares out at the knee. When styled right, this one-piece is perfect—and perfectly comfortable—for an afternoon running errands or a girls’ evening out.

Step 1: Choose your style

Denim overalls—whether short or long—will only ever suit casual, daytime affairs. If you’re hoping to dress up your look, choose a pair of black fitted overalls with a slim cuffed leg, or a longer hem with a flare.